Lagos E-hailing Drivers Halt Services Indefinitely Now

Lagos E-hailing Drivers Halt Services Indefinitely Now



E-hailing drivers in Lagos State have officially launched an indefinite strike due to concerns over low fare structures, high platform commissions, deductions, and driver welfare, as reported by Punch Metro. 


Key Details of the Strike

Start Date: The strike began on Monday, October 12, 2026.  


Organizing Body: The Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON), affiliated with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), is leading the call for this action.


  
Affected Platforms: Drivers using apps like Bolt and inDrive have halted their services, resulting in fewer available rides and longer wait times for commuters throughout Lagos.  


Core Grievances: The drivers are protesting against high commission deductions, which range from 25% to 30%, as well as low base fares that do not keep up with rising fuel and vehicle maintenance costs due to subsidy removals and inflation.  



Union Demands: AUATON is advocating for fairer fare structures, lower platform commissions, enhanced passenger and driver safety, and improved welfare provisions. The union has also requested fleet owners to pause daily remittance targets and has discouraged penalizing participating drivers.  


Platform Response: Bolt has expressed a willingness to engage in discussions, proposing a roundtable meeting with AUATON and driver representatives to address these concerns.  

Commuters in Lagos are advised to anticipate transportation delays and consider alternative travel options while the strike is ongoing.
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